Chris and Heather Herren
Our Why
For us, running the Boston Marathon together isn’t about finishing fast. It’s about finishing together. It’s a full circle moment for both of us. It is a celebration of healing, love, and the life we’ve worked so hard to reclaim. It’s also about every person still struggling and every family grieving the loss of a loved one.
Our story became the foundation for something bigger. When we founded Herren Project in 2011, our hope was simple: to give one person, one family, the same chance we were given. Fifteen years later, that hope has grown into a community that has helped thousands access treatment, provided millions in scholarships, and built a national network of recovery and prevention support for individuals, families, and communities. Every day, we are reminded of how many are still waiting for help, still fighting shame, and still holding on to hope.
That’s why we are running the Boston Marathon together. To honor 15 years of Herren Project and to raise money so more people can find recovery, more families can heal, and more stories can come full circle.
If our journey means something to you or if you’ve been there or loved someone who has, please consider donating. Every mile we run, every dollar you give, brings someone closer to their own finish line.
